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The Best Smart Home Gadgets in 2021
Aug 2nd, 2021
The Best Smart Home Gadgets in 2021
Smart home systems are getting smarter and smarter. In recent years, more and more products have come on the market and existing products have received a lot of updates that have made them smarter than ever before. Development is going at a furious pace, and today's smart home gadgets provide options you could not even dream of before. That means it's easier and more fun than ever to connect everything to the internet and take the step into the world of smart home gadgets.
You can choose from a variety of product categories such as smart speakers , smart lighting , smart locks and much more. You choose which products and functions you want to have access to in your smart home. You can choose to focus on everything from comfort to safety - the choices are many.
As the market for smart home gadgets grows at a rapid pace, it may feel confusing and confusing to get started - especially if you are completely new to the world of smart home gadgets. That is why we have put together this guide, where we gather some of the best products in the most popular categories, so you can get an overview quickly and easily. This way, it will hopefully be easier for you to get an idea of what products are on the market and what suits you and your needs best, so you can get started on upgrading your home to a real smart home in a speed.
Best Smart Home Gadgets in a nutshell:
1. Best smart speaker - Sonos One
2. Best mesh wi-fi router - Google Nest Wifi
3. Best smart lighting - Philips Hue
4. Best smart remote switch - TP-Link Kasa Smart Wifi Slim
5. Best Smart Camera - Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera
6. Best smart lock - Danalock V3 Z-wave
1. Best smart speaker - Sonos One
Sonos' first Google Assistant speaker has a stylish design, lots of features and excellent sound that delivers the best of both ecosystems. On the one hand, you get Google's assistant, which is constantly improving, and on the other hand, Sonos with its own multi-room technology and excellent sound.There is also a new feature in the purchase that can be a game changer: AirPlay 2. With this feature, Sonos One can talk to Siri and create a combination of multiple rooms with Apple HomePod. The speaker also supports Amazon's voice assistant Alexa, making it a truly versatile smart speaker. Alexa is not yet available in Danish and may have limited functionality in Denmark. But in time it will be available in a fully functional Danish version.
2. Best mesh wi-fi router - Google Nest Wifi
If you are a fan of smart home, you will really appreciate the smart solution in this upgrade of the Google Wifi series. Google Nest Wifi takes things to the next level as it takes Google Wifi's simple yet incredibly sleek design and performance, combining it with convenience with a smart speaker. So you get a 2-in-1 device in an even nicer and more attractive package. If you are tired of the white color, it is also available in the colors Mist and Sand. When it comes to the best mesh Wifi routers, the original Google Wifi is still a really strong competitor, but this version takes it a step further and gets even closer to the smart home.
3. Best smart lighting - Philips Hue
The Philips Hue range of smart lights is now available in a huge number of smart homes, and Philips Hue is without a doubt the biggest player in the market when it comes to smart lighting right now. There is a wide range of different models, which means that it is possible to replace your entire lighting system to make it internet connected.The biggest challenge here is the price: the individual bulbs are expensive, and it is even without the purchase of contacts. But if you are willing to invest fully in your smart home, there are few other smart home gadgets that feel as practical as Philips Hue bulbs, lamps and switches.
4. Best smart remote switch - TP-Link Kasa Smart Wifi Slim
Choosing the best smart electrical outlet for the home is quite difficult as most products are quite similar in terms of quality, price and compatibility. So what is the absolute best smart outlet for you and your smart home depends a bit on which brand you prefer and which ecosystem you have chosen for the home. For example, if you have chosen to buy Ikea's smart bulbs, Wireless, it may be a good idea to stick to the same manufacturer and also buy IKEA's wireless sockets.However, TP-link Kasa Smart Wifi is a really affordable alternative with a compact form factor. These sockets can be controlled via an app or voice assistant and have features such as scheduling and hours. The contacts support Google Assistant, Alexa and Samsung Smart Things and have apps for both iOS and Android.
5. Best Smart Camera - Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera
In our opinion, the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera is one of the best surveillance cameras you can buy right now. It is really easy to get started with as it is both easy to install and easy to use. Among other things, the camera has functions such as a spotlight and an alarm signal and can be used both indoors and outdoors.However, it is worth noting that this is a rather expensive surveillance camera. Arlo has launched several really good models that are even more expensive, such as the Ultra and Pro models, but the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera is still quite expensive and a subscription is also required to unlock some advanced features. That's a small minus, but at the same time you get a really solid surveillance camera for the price. So if you have the budget for it, you will not be disappointed if you buy the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera.
6. Best smart lock - Danalock V3 Z-wave
Danalock is a smart lock with a compact and stylish design. Here you do not need keys, but can easily choose to lock the door up or in via your mobile. You get access to a range of connectivity options and smart features. For example, you can give visitors permanent or time-limited access via the app, find out if the children have come home via the monitoring in the activity log on the mobile or computer and much more. The lock can also be integrated with other smart home gadgets, and it provides high ease of use.Incidentally, the installation of the lock itself is really simple, so it is easy to get started. Prices are also relatively affordable.
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